Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Stories

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OHIO Announcements

Dr. Gillian Ice to return to faculty role July 1 after serving as OHIO's interim associate provost of global affairs

After a year-long Faculty Fellowship Leave, Dr. Gillian Ice will return to her faculty position in the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Global Health Initiative in the College of Health Sciences and Professions.

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Health Research

OHIO professor collaborates to study cultural adaptability of Project ECHO

Ohio University Professor Nagesh Rao collaborated with colleagues from other educational institutions to assess Project ECHO’s rapid diffusion.

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Research

Cretaceous fossil from Antarctica reveals earliest modern bird

Team led by National Science Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow at Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine discovers new clues that delve into the age-old question: Does a duck always look like a duck and quack like a duck?

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Virtual Reality

Scripps graduate student’s virtual reality project tackles cancer care education

A project led by a Scripps College graduate student is addressing cancer care education through the use of virtual reality (VR), in collaboration with the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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University Updates

OHIO leaders share answers to community questions from Jan. 22 ‘University Updates’

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez hosted the third “University Updates” event of the academic year on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

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OHIO Events

Kennedy Lecture Series to present Dr. Mae Jemison on Wednesday, Jan. 29

Dr. Mae Jemison is an entrepreneur, engineer, physician, educator, humanitarian and former NASA astronaut.

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Forever Forward

Building a healthier Ohio – together

A transformational $70 million gift commitment from the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation will fuel the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine's growing commitment to primary care while expanding research focused on pervasive health challenges.

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OHIO Events

OHIO Student Expo registration now open

Ohio University students can win cash prizes at the annual event that highlights student research, scholarship and creative works.

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Gift announcement

Ohio University to announce transformational gift commitment by the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation

Media are invited to join the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine for the unveiling of a historic, multi-million-dollar gift commitment by the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation.

Dr. Vishwajeet Puri, a professor of Biomedical Sciences at Ohio University and the principal investigator of the project.
Health Research

NIH backs OHIO scientists in study of protein driving metabolic wellness

Biomedical researchers at Ohio University have received National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding to investigate the role of a protein that is pivotal in fueling skeletal muscle, regulating exercise endurance, and enhancing insulin sensitivity.

John Schriner, Ph.D., associate dean of admissions and student affairs for the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Commencement

Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine’s 2025 commencement speaker vows sentimental send-off

John Schriner, Ph.D., associate dean of admissions and student affairs for the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, will be the keynote speaker at the Heritage College's Class of 2025 graduation.

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Year in review

Top 10 most-read OHIO Today stories of 2024

From the total solar eclipse to transformative gifts and top national rankings, OHIO Today captured events and achievements that defined 2024. Dive into the year’s most-read stories and relive the moments that made Bobcat history.

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Faculty news

Faculty experts roundup

The last roundup of 2024 features publications, presentations and awards.

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Research

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researchers find promising avenue for osteoarthritis prevention

A groundbreaking study by a team of Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researchers reveals that limiting growth hormone reception may significantly reduce the development of osteoarthritis.

President Emeritus and Trustee Professor M. Duane Nellis and Ruthie Nellis at the retirement ceremony
Forever OHIO

OHIO honors its 21st President on his official retirement

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez honored President Emeritus and Trustee Professor M. Duane Nellis recently for his official retirement.

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